Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo, José Van Dam
Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin; Berliner PhilharmonikerHerbert von KarajanBeethoven, Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic is one of the most perfect combinations ever to have emerged from the classical music world. When the Ninth Symphony is performed at a New Years Eve concert, it becomes an even more spectacular event. Karajans rousing interpretation of Beethoven's most admired symphony has long acquired legendary status. Now Medici Arts is releasing it in a recording made in Berlins Philharmonic Hall on New Years Eve 1977 in celebration of the conductors 100th birthday this year. Born in Salzburg on 5 April 1908, Herbert von Karajan was one of the most widely respected performing musicians appearing in the past century. He influenced fellow musicians and public taste for generations through his live appearances and recordings, especially in the role of PrincipalConductor of the Berlin Philharmonic, which he led for more than 30 years, moulding the orchestra into an ensemble of peerless power, tonal beauty and stylistic flexibility. The Ninth is an affirmation of optimism and beauty, written when Beethoven was almost completely deaf and the final movement is considered by many to be the composer's crowning glory. It had been Beethoven's lifelong dream to set Schiller's Ode to Joy to music, for the poem expressed the fulfilment of Beethoven's most passionate desire: peace and brotherhood in the world. Giving eloquent voice to this plea are the world-renowned soloists Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo and José van Dam. This concert recording on DVD has all the elements that audiences came to expect from Karajan strong, elegant conducting and a truly moving musical event.
http://www.naxos.com/catalogue/item.asp?item_code=2072408

Surname

A surname or family name is a name added to a given name. In many cases, a surname is a family name and many dictionaries define "surname" as a synonym of "family name". In the western hemisphere, it is commonly synonymous with last name because it is usually placed at the end of a person's given name.

The style of having both a family name (surname) and a given name (forename) is far from universal. In many countries, it is common for ordinary people to have only one name or mononym.

The concept of a "surname" is a relatively recent historical development, evolving from a medieval naming practice called a "byname". Based on an individual's occupation or area of residence, a byname would be used in situations where more than one person had the same name.

Origins

The word symphony is derived from Greekσυμφωνία (symphonia), meaning "agreement or concord of sound", "concert of vocal or instrumental music", from σύμφωνος (symphōnos), "harmonious". The word referred to an astonishing variety of different things, before ultimately settling on its current meaning designating a musical form.

Born in Bonn, then the capital of the Electorate of Cologne and part of the Holy Roman Empire, Beethoven displayed his musical talents at an early age and was taught by his father Johann van Beethoven and by composer and conductor Christian Gottlob Neefe. At the age of 21 he moved to Vienna, where he began studying composition with Joseph Haydn, and gained a reputation as a virtuoso pianist. He lived in Vienna until his death. By his late 20s his hearing began to deteriorate, and by the last decade of his life he was almost totally deaf. In 1811 he gave up conducting and performing in public but continued to compose; many of his most admired works come from these last 15 years of his life.

Ode to Joy

"Ode to Joy" (German:"An die Freude"[an diː ˈfʁɔʏdə], first line: "Freude, schöner Götterfunken") is an ode written in the summer of 1785 by German poet, playwright and historian Friedrich Schiller and published the following year in Thalia. A slightly revised version appeared in 1808, changing two lines of the first and omitting the last stanza.

The poem

Friedrich Schiller, who was enthusiastically celebrating the brotherhood and unity of all mankind, later made some small revisions to the poem when it was republished in 1803, and it was this latter version that forms the basis for Beethoven's famous setting. Despite the lasting popularity of the ode, Schiller himself regarded it as a failure later in his life, going so far as calling it "detached from reality" and "of value maybe for us two, but not for the world, nor for the art of poetry" in an 1800 letter to his long-time friend and patron Christian Gottfried Körner (whose friendship had originally inspired him to write the ode).

Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo, José Van Dam
Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin; Berliner PhilharmonikerHerbert von KarajanBeethoven, Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic is one of the most perfect combinations ever to have emerged from the classical music world. When the Ninth Symphony is performed at a New Years Eve concert, it becomes an even more spectacular event. Karajans rousing interpretation of Beethoven's most admired symphony has long acquired legendary status. Now Medici Arts is releasing it in a recording made in Berlins Philharmonic Hall on New Years Eve 1977 in celebration of the conductors 100th birthday this year. Born in Salzburg on 5 April 1908, Herbert von Karajan was one of the most widely respected performing musicians appearing in the past century. He influenced fellow musicians and public taste for generations through his live appearances and recordings, especially in the role of PrincipalConductor of the Berlin Philharmonic, which he led for more than 30 years, moulding the orchestra into an ensemble of peerless power, tonal beauty and stylistic flexibility. The Ninth is an affirmation of optimism and beauty, written when Beethoven was almost completely deaf and the final movement is considered by many to be the composer's crowning glory. It had been Beethoven's lifelong dream to set Schiller's Ode to Joy to music, for the poem expressed the fulfilment of Beethoven's most passionate desire: peace and brotherhood in the world. Giving eloquent voice to this plea are the world-renowned soloists Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo and José van Dam. This concert recording on DVD has all the elements that audiences came to expect from Karajan strong, elegant conducting and a truly moving musical event.
http://www.naxos.com/catalogue/item.asp?item_code=2072408

Beethoven - Symphony No. 9 "Choral" - IV. Finale: "Ode to Joy"

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

Beethoven - 9th Symphony 'Choral' (Complete) ♫*

/.(0:00).........//.(15:26).........///.(26:36).........////.(42:36)
▬▬▬(ஜ۩۞۩ஜ)▬ BEETHOVEN ▬(ஜ۩۞۩ஜ)▬▬▬
*9th Symphony (✫Choral✫✫). Ludwig van Beethoven*
۩...Ode to Joy 46:01... *Choral 48:31 ....Stars 55:21...۩
________________________________________________
Conducted by Günter Wand (NDR Symphony Orchestra)
This is the complete version of Beethoven'sSymphony No. 9One of the best renditions. Excellent sound quality.
Beethoven, GreatMind
The 9th Symphony is universally considered to be among Beethoven's greatest works and is considered by many to be the greatest piece of music ever written. Excellent version. You can hear every note in a clean way, and the tempo is standard. Thanks for watching this great classical work.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7AuziEe3Fw
Beethoven - 9th ...

Beethoven's Choral Fantasy for piano, chorus and orchestra. op.80

Beethoven - Symphony No. 9 "Choral" - IV. Finale: "Ode to Joy"

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo, José Van Dam
Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin; Berliner PhilharmonikerHerbert von KarajanBeethoven, Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic is one of the most perfect combinations ever to have emerged from the classical music world. When the Ninth Symphony is performed at a New Years Eve concert, it becomes an even more spectacular event. Karajans rousing interpretation of Beethoven's most admired symphony has long acquired legendary status. Now Medici Arts is releasing it in a recording made in Berlins Philharmonic Hall on New Years Eve 1977 in celebration of the conductors 100th birthday this year. Born in Salzburg on 5 April 1908, Herbert von Karajan was one of the most widely respected performing musicians appearing in the past century. He influenced fellow musicians and public taste for generations through his live appearances and recordings, especially in the role of PrincipalConductor of the Berlin Philharmonic, which he led for more than 30 years, moulding the orchestra into an ensemble of peerless power, tonal beauty and stylistic flexibility. The Ninth is an affirmation of optimism and beauty, written when Beethoven was almost completely deaf and the final movement is considered by many to be the composer's crowning glory. It had been Beethoven's lifelong dream to set Schiller's Ode to Joy to music, for the poem expressed the fulfilment of Beethoven's most passionate desire: peace and brotherhood in the world. Giving eloquent voice to this plea are the world-renowned soloists Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo and José van Dam. This concert recording on DVD has all the elements that audiences came to expect from Karajan strong, elegant conducting and a truly moving musical event.
http://www.naxos.com/catalogue/item.asp?item_code=2072408

Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo, José Van Dam
Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin; Berliner PhilharmonikerHerbert von KarajanBeethoven, Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic is one of the most perfect combinations ever to have emerged from the classical music world. When the Ninth Symphony is performed at a New Years Eve concert, it becomes an even more spectacular event. Karajans rousing interpretation of Beethoven's most admired symphony has long acquired legendary status. Now Medici Arts is releasing it in a recording made in Berlins Philharmonic Hall on New Years Eve 1977 in celebration of the conductors 100th birthday this year. Born in Salzburg on 5 April 1908, Herbert von Karajan was one of the most widely respected performing musicians appearing in the past century. He influenced fellow musicians and public taste for generations through his live appearances and recordings, especially in the role of PrincipalConductor of the Berlin Philharmonic, which he led for more than 30 years, moulding the orchestra into an ensemble of peerless power, tonal beauty and stylistic flexibility. The Ninth is an affirmation of optimism and beauty, written when Beethoven was almost completely deaf and the final movement is considered by many to be the composer's crowning glory. It had been Beethoven's lifelong dream to set Schiller's Ode to Joy to music, for the poem expressed the fulfilment of Beethoven's most passionate desire: peace and brotherhood in the world. Giving eloquent voice to this plea are the world-renowned soloists Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo and José van Dam. This concert recording on DVD has all the elements that audiences came to expect from Karajan strong, elegant conducting and a truly moving musical event.
http://www.naxos.com/catalogue/item.asp?item_code=2072408

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

Beethoven - 9th Symphony 'Choral' (Complete) ♫*

/.(0:00).........//.(15:26).........///.(26:36).........////.(42:36)
▬▬▬(ஜ۩۞۩ஜ)▬ BEETHOVEN ▬(ஜ۩۞۩ஜ)▬▬▬
*9th Symphony (✫Choral✫✫). Ludwig van Beethoven*
۩...Ode to Joy 46:01... *Choral 48:31 ....Stars 55:21...۩
________________________________________________
Conducted by Günter Wand (NDR Symphony Orchestra)
This is the complete version of Beethoven'sSymphony No. 9One of the best renditions. Excellent sound quality.
Beethoven, GreatMind
The 9th Symphony is universally considered to be among Beethoven's greatest works and is considered by many to be the greatest piece of music ever written. Excellent version. You can hear every note in a clean way, and the tempo is standard. Thanks for watching this great classical work.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7AuziEe3Fw
Beethoven - 9th ...

Beethoven - Symphony No. 9 (Choral)

Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven
Performed by Berliner Staatskapelle
Conducted by Daniel BarenboimSymphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125, also known as "the Choral"). was completed in 1824. The symphony is one of the best-known works of the repertoire of classical music. Among critics, it is almost universally considered to be among Beethoven's greatest works, and is considered by some to be the greatest piece of music ever written. The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer. Today, it stands as one...

ode to joy (chorale) beethoven symphony no. 9

Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 "Chorale" Mengelberg

This classic live recording of the Concertgebouw from 1938 was remastered in 2016. Although there is no studio recording of Mengelberg's "Chorale", this live performance is as tight and focused as any studio performance. Mengelberg often took a unique approach in many of his performances, this one is no exception.

Beethoven - Symphony No. 9 "Choral" - IV. Finale: "Ode to Joy"

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

Beethoven 9 Symphony Choral 'Ode to Joy'

Now with English and GermanClosed Captioning CC Subtitles. The 4th and final movement of Beethoven's 9th Symphony op.125 in D minor "An die Freude" (Ode to Joy) in a beautiful annotated HD vocal score. It took me about a week to make it, involving lots of editing of this old vocal score to make it 16:9 HD friendly and look good. Let me know where you are performing it next in the comments below. Thanks for your support and please Like! JamesSMV
Symphonie Nr. 9 d-Moll op. 125 (1815 - 1824) - Vierter Satz
I need your help! Do you recognise this recording? It is a copyright-free recording from the YouTube library, but they give no details of the artists involved! I think the choir do a great job! But can you tell which word (or vowel?) gives away that they are not native German speakers...

Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven
Performed by Berliner Staatskapelle
Conducted by Daniel BarenboimSymphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125, also known as "the Choral"). was completed in 1824. The symphony is one of the best-known works of the repertoire of classical music. Among critics, it is almost universally considered to be among Beethoven's greatest works, and is considered by some to be the greatest piece of music ever written. The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer. Today, it stands as one of the most played symphonies in the world.
Instrumentation:
WoodwindsPiccolo (fourth movement only)
2 Flutes
2 Oboes
2 Clarinets in A, B-flat and C
2 Bassoons
Contrabassoon (fourth movement only)
Brass
2 Horns (1 and 2) in D and B-flat
2 Horns (3 and 4) in B-flat (bass), B-flat and E-flat
2 Trumpets in D and B-flat
3 Trombones (alto, tenor, and bass; second and fourth movements only)
PercussionTimpaniBass drum (fourth movement only)
Triangle (fourth movement only)
Cymbals (fourth movement only)
Voices (fourth movement only)
Soprano solo
Alto solo
Tenor solo
Baritone solo
SATBChoir (Tenor briefly divides)
Strings
Violins I, II
Violas
Cellos
Double bassesMovements:
I.Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestoso 0:00
II.Scherzo: Molto vivace -- Presto 17:40
III.Adagio molto e cantabile -- Andante Moderato -- TempoPrimo -- Andante Moderato -- Adagio -- Lo Stesso Tempo. 33:00
IV.Presto; Allegro molto assai (Alla marcia); Andante maestoso; Allegro energico, sempre ben marcato 51:01

Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven
Performed by Berliner Staatskapelle
Conducted by Daniel BarenboimSymphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125, also known as "the Choral"). was completed in 1824. The symphony is one of the best-known works of the repertoire of classical music. Among critics, it is almost universally considered to be among Beethoven's greatest works, and is considered by some to be the greatest piece of music ever written. The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer. Today, it stands as one of the most played symphonies in the world.
Instrumentation:
WoodwindsPiccolo (fourth movement only)
2 Flutes
2 Oboes
2 Clarinets in A, B-flat and C
2 Bassoons
Contrabassoon (fourth movement only)
Brass
2 Horns (1 and 2) in D and B-flat
2 Horns (3 and 4) in B-flat (bass), B-flat and E-flat
2 Trumpets in D and B-flat
3 Trombones (alto, tenor, and bass; second and fourth movements only)
PercussionTimpaniBass drum (fourth movement only)
Triangle (fourth movement only)
Cymbals (fourth movement only)
Voices (fourth movement only)
Soprano solo
Alto solo
Tenor solo
Baritone solo
SATBChoir (Tenor briefly divides)
Strings
Violins I, II
Violas
Cellos
Double bassesMovements:
I.Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestoso 0:00
II.Scherzo: Molto vivace -- Presto 17:40
III.Adagio molto e cantabile -- Andante Moderato -- TempoPrimo -- Andante Moderato -- Adagio -- Lo Stesso Tempo. 33:00
IV.Presto; Allegro molto assai (Alla marcia); Andante maestoso; Allegro energico, sempre ben marcato 51:01

Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 "Chorale" Mengelberg

This classic live recording of the Concertgebouw from 1938 was remastered in 2016. Although there is no studio recording of Mengelberg's "Chorale", this live pe...

This classic live recording of the Concertgebouw from 1938 was remastered in 2016. Although there is no studio recording of Mengelberg's "Chorale", this live performance is as tight and focused as any studio performance. Mengelberg often took a unique approach in many of his performances, this one is no exception.

This classic live recording of the Concertgebouw from 1938 was remastered in 2016. Although there is no studio recording of Mengelberg's "Chorale", this live performance is as tight and focused as any studio performance. Mengelberg often took a unique approach in many of his performances, this one is no exception.

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

The Symphony No. 9 in D minor: Choral, Op. 125, is the final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. Completed in 1824, the symphony is one of the best known works of the Western classical repertoire, and has been adapted for use as the European Anthem. It is considered by critics to be one of Beethoven's masterpieces] and one of the greatest musical compositions ever written. Beethoven started the work in 1818 and finished early in 1824.
The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a choral symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. They were taken from the "Ode to Joy", a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer.

Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo, José Van Dam
Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin; Berliner PhilharmonikerHerbert von KarajanBeethoven, Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic is one of the most perfect combinations ever to have emerged from the classical music world. When the Ninth Symphony is performed at a New Years Eve concert, it becomes an even more spectacular event. Karajans rousing interpretation of Beethoven's most admired symphony has long acquired legendary status. Now Medici Arts is releasing it in a recording made in Berlins Philharmonic Hall on New Years Eve 1977 in celebration of the conductors 100th birthday this year. Born in Salzburg on 5 April 1908, Herbert von Karajan was one of the most widely respected performing musicians appearing in the past century. He influenced fellow musicians and public taste for generations through his live appearances and recordings, especially in the role of PrincipalConductor of the Berlin Philharmonic, which he led for more than 30 years, moulding the orchestra into an ensemble of peerless power, tonal beauty and stylistic flexibility. The Ninth is an affirmation of optimism and beauty, written when Beethoven was almost completely deaf and the final movement is considered by many to be the composer's crowning glory. It had been Beethoven's lifelong dream to set Schiller's Ode to Joy to music, for the poem expressed the fulfilment of Beethoven's most passionate desire: peace and brotherhood in the world. Giving eloquent voice to this plea are the world-renowned soloists Anna Tomowa-Sintow, Agnes Baltsa, René Kollo and José van Dam. This concert recording on DVD has all the elements that audiences came to expect from Karajan strong, elegant conducting and a truly moving musical event.
http://www.naxos.com/catalogue/item.asp?item_code=2072408

Not just any piano piece, but capital-B Beethoven...Campbell, a firm believer of both showing and telling, assured that he could teach me — a piano Luddite — “Beethoven in less than 30 minutes.” ... Campbell leads me through a quick lesson, showing me the sections of the piano keys and how sounds of those sections work, leading me through his transformed, somehow-simple-to-play version of Beethoven’s Fur Elis....